Senior Operational Audit Specialist

Job Purpose

Functional Responsibilities

• Assure effective review and audit of accounting systems, financial transactions, and performance data for accuracy and compliance with Najm rules, regulations, and policies.
• Prepare and execute all the planned internal audits allocated by the manager.
• Ensure that effective and adequate corrective actions for finance audit irregularities or areas of noncompliance are taken by concerned parties in response to the recommendations outlined in the audit reports.
• Interact and build effective working relationships with the department and other stakeholders and plays a consultative and advisory role to ensure their adherence to Najm policies and regulations.
• Undertake analysis of financial and nonfinancial data and evaluate the results.
• Coordinate internal audit activities with the risk management and compliance functions.
• Participate in the audit assignments with direct supervision and support from the Internal Audit Manager.
• Lead in performing audit assignments conducting planning, fieldwork, and reporting activities ensuring adherence to the Internal Audit methodology.
• Lead discussions relating to audit findings and recommendations.
• Lead in the preparation of draft audit reports.
• Formulate recommendations for improvements to clients systems and procedures following audits.
• Follow up audit recommendations to ensure that respective departments are taking action to improve systems and controls as well as ensure the adequacy of the measures taken by management.
• Contribute to the delivery of the Internal Audit plan through the timely completion of assigned audits.
• Prepare audit working paper documentation in accordance with professional standards.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities related to the job as designated by the IA manager or IAD.

Competencies

Qualification

Experience